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Description
This practice oriented workshop explores how genre-based pedagogy and task-based learning can be combined to support English learners’ writing development. Participants will engage in a short task cycle, emphasizing purpose, audience, and language features. The session introduces a flexible framework designed for low- to mid-proficiency learners and offers practical guidelines for creating materials and ideas for classroom use. Ideal for teachers seeking practical strategies to make writing more meaningful and accessible.
Summary
Despite the importance of writing across academic and professional contexts, Japanese university curricula remain focused on essays and paragraph writing, limiting students’ real-world application skills. This presentation examines how genre-based writing instruction, combined with task-based language teaching (TBLT), can enhance writing pedagogy. Presenters will introduce innovative materials that help educators integrate these approaches, offering practical strategies for genre awareness, scaffolded instruction, and improved student engagement, aligning with MEXT’s goals for practical English education.
| Teaching Context | College and university education |
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